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Cost to move from Los Angeles, CA to Seattle, WA
About 1,152 road miles. A typical 2-bedroom move costs $3,700–$5,880 with full-service movers in October.
Sources: BLS wages, EIA fuel prices, U.S. CensusData updated 2026-11-04How we calculate →
Estimates by home size
| Home size | Typical weight | Full service | With packing | DIY truck |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 2,000 lb | $1,480–$2,350 | $1,730–$2,800 | $1,570–$2,560 |
| 1-bedroom | 3,000 lb | $2,170–$3,430 | $2,670–$4,330 | $1,580–$2,590 |
| 2-bedroom | 5,000 lb | $3,700–$5,880 | $4,450–$7,230 | $1,590–$2,620 |
| 3-bedroom | 8,000 lb | $6,150–$9,790 | $7,400–$12,040 | $1,610–$2,680 |
| 4+ bedroom | 11,000 lb | $8,320–$13,220 | $10,070–$16,370 | $1,630–$2,740 |
2-bedroom breakdown
| Item | Low | High | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linehaul transport (5,000 lb, 1,152 mi) | $2,520 | $3,970 | |
| Fuel share (EIA diesel $8.08/gal) | $360 | $460 | weight share of a shared truck |
| Loading crew at origin | $440 | $740 | |
| Unloading crew at destination | $390 | $710 |
Route data
- Mover wages: $20.38/h in Los Angeles vs. $22.95/h in Seattle (BLS OEWS 2025). Loading is priced at origin rates, unloading at destination rates.
- Diesel at origin: $8.08/gal (California, EIA week of 2026-11-02).
- Census ACS 2023: about 40,858 people moved from California to Washington in one year, and 32,218 the other way.
Seasonality
| Month | 2-bedroom, full service |
|---|---|
| January | $3,450–$5,470 |
| April | $3,700–$5,880 |
| July | $4,260–$6,760 |
| October | $3,700–$5,880 |
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FAQ
How much does it cost to move from Los Angeles to Seattle?
A 2-bedroom move of about 1,152 road miles costs roughly $3,700–$5,880 with full-service movers in October, or $1,590–$2,620 with a one-way rental truck (estimates, not quotes).
When is the cheapest time to move from Los Angeles to Seattle?
Winter months (November–February) run about 5–7% below October in our model; June–August peaks at 12–15% above it.